| afternoon |
the time of day between noon and evening. |
| bush |
a low plant like a small tree. |
| capture |
to take hold or gain control of by force or through planning. |
| chief |
the most powerful or important person in a group; leader. |
| colorful |
having many colors; bright in color. |
| damp |
wet, but not very wet. |
| family |
a group made up of a parent or parents and their children. |
| happy |
feeling glad, pleased, or comfortable. |
| lap |
the front of the body from the waist to the knees when you are sitting. |
| lick |
to pass the tongue over or along the surface of something. |
| party |
a group of people coming together to celebrate or have fun. |
| splinter |
a small, sharp piece of material that is broken off from a larger piece. |
| tank |
a large container used to hold liquid or gas. |
| tea |
a drink that is made by putting dried leaves of certain plants in hot water. The leaves usually come from a special plant that grows in Asia. |
| towel |
a piece of soft cloth or paper used to dry the face, body, dishes, or other things. |